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A Guide To The Essentials of Post-Sex Hygiene
Whether it's intercourse or outercourse, things can get messy during sex. No need to sprint to the shower right away, but a bit of cleanup can keep things feeling good and prevent any unwanted irritation. We're breaking down myths and sharing the ultimate post-sex hygiene tips.
The Ultimate Guide to Pelvic Health: Tips from a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Maintaining pelvic floor health is key to core stability, bladder control, and overall wellness. In this guide, our expert physiotherapist share essential tips, from hygiene practices and effective techniques to recommended tools for optimal pelvic health. Whether you're preventing future issues or managing current ones, this guide offers practical insights to strengthen and support your pelvic floor for lasting wellness.
Vulva Cleansing: Safe Hygiene for Optimal Health
Gentle cleansing of the vulva is often sufficient with just water, but for those who prefer using products, it’s essential to choose safe, non-irritating options. This expert guide highlights why harsh ingredients like salicylic acid should be avoided and offers product recommendations specifically for vulva care, while also providing practical tips for maintaining pelvic health.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists vs. Gynecologists – Who Should You See & When?
Explore the differences between pelvic floor physiotherapists and gynecologists, including their areas of expertise, when to see each, and how they collaborate to provide complete care for pelvic and reproductive health. This guide helps you make informed decisions about managing your health effectively.
Prioritize Your Pelvic Health: The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Pelvic health is vital for overall well-being, and regular visits to a pelvic floor physiotherapist can help prevent and treat issues like incontinence, pain, and sexual dysfunction. Even without symptoms, annual check-ups are recommended to maintain pelvic muscle health and detect early signs of dysfunction.
Biofeedback: A Game Changer for Pelvic Floor Health
Biofeedback is a key tool in pelvic floor physiotherapy, helping manage conditions like incontinence and pelvic pain. At Ova, we use biofeedback to personalize care and improve outcomes. This blog covers how biofeedback works and why it's essential for your pelvic health recovery.
Vaginal Dryness 101
Vaginal dryness is a common condition that affects many women, causing discomfort, pain, and a range of other symptoms. While it can occur at any stage of a woman's life, it is particularly prevalent during and after menopause.
Managing Menopause with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Menopause is a natural biological process signalling the end of a woman's reproductive years. The transition period leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause, and the years following it, bring significant changes to a woman's body. These changes often come with various symptoms impacting physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
In this blog, we delve into the common symptoms of pre and post-menopause and emphasize the vital role of pelvic floor physiotherapy in maintaining well-being during this transition.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy For Urinary and Fecal Incontinence
Urinary and fecal incontinence, which involve the involuntary release of urine or feces, significantly affect the quality of life for many individuals worldwide. These conditions can cause social embarrassment, anxiety, and a decrease in participation in daily activities. In this blog, we will delve into the causes and symptoms of these conditions and discuss why pelvic floor physiotherapy is considered the leading treatment option for managing incontinence.
Restoring Bladder Control: Treatment of Urinary Urgency and Frequency
Urinary urgency and frequency are prevalent symptoms that can profoundly affect quality of life. These challenges typically stem from various factors, including underlying pelvic floor dysfunction, leading to disruptions in daily routines and disturbances in sleep patterns. Thankfully, pelvic floor physiotherapy provides accessible and efficacious treatment solutions to tackle these issues, offering hope for improved well-being without invasive measures.
Simple Tips to Improve the Health of Your Pelvic Floor Muscles
A healthy Pelvic Floor has numerous benefits for both men and women. Unfortunately, many people neglect this vital area of their body, leading to issues.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse is an uncomfortable condition that affects many women. This can occur due to weakened pelvic floor muscles or other soft tissues that are responsible to hold our pelvic organs.